Commercial Truck Driving is designed to provide students with the necessary skills training through classroom, driving range, and on-the-road experiences to become successful drivers in the trucking industry. Upon completion of the program, students will take the Georgia CDL State Exam.

Program Length
A minimum of 15 credit hours is required for graduation.
8 weeks

Salary Range
$30,000-$35,000 for first year driver

Career Opportunities
There is a high demand for qualified drivers for over the road, regional, dedicated, and local delivery.

Career Traits/Requirements
Punctual, courteous, patient, safety minded, ability to manage stress and fatigue, and respectful, cooperative with others, and have good organizational skills.

Entrance Requirements
Clean driving record with 7 yr. MVR
DOT physical and drug screening
21 years of age*

*Based on ability to benefit, (18-20) year olds may enter the program; however, they will be limited to intrastate trucking and licensed for GA only. Most carriers require applicants to be 21+ years of age for insurance purposes.

Program Courses